Why a full moon may be the reason why you can’t sleep

If you felt a little more tired than normal on July 13th, it’s probably because of the full moon from the night before. Seriously. If that sounds crazy, researchers in Sweden have discovered a link between the lunar cycle and our sleep activity. Our brains are apparently more reactive whenever there is a full moon,…

Pregnant and Sleep Deprived? Find out Why.

Congratulations, you’re expecting! For most women, pregnancy is an exciting time in your life with many new changes to come. However, your hormone levels are all over the place right now and this can have a great effect on how well you sleep. Some of the sleep-related symptoms you may experience during pregnancy include: Insomnia:…

Get active for a better night’s sleep

Ugh, exercise. Of course you’ve heard over and over how important it is for your overall health. But let’s be honest, it can be a challenge to fit in a workout within our busy, on-the-go lives, not to mention that the thought of getting active makes you want to fall asleep right now. No matter…

Ten Tips for a Better Sleep this Summer

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There’s nothing better than those warm, relaxing summer days, but getting to sleep in the summer can be difficult. Between the hot and humid weather and vacation on our minds, it’s easy to have many sleepless nights.. Here are 10 tips for a better sleep this summer: Create a normal bedtime routine. Do the same things each night to wind down such as having a…

Sleep Apnea and the Middle Aged Man- What you need to know:

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Statistically, sleep apnea affects one in 25 middle aged men.   If you find yourself in this age and gender category, it does not mean that you are doomed to get sleep apnea. It just means that you need to be more aware of your health.  It is also estimated that about 82% of men…

5 Tips for Travelling with CPAP

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There’s nothing more relaxing in life than getting away for the weekend.  Living with CPAP should not stop you from enjoying your holiday time. Travel can easily be accomplished and there are many ways to make the travel experience as stress-free as possible. Here are 5 tips for travelling with a CPAP machine: Pack your…

Can Snoring be dangerous for your health?

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It is commonly known how much of a nuisance snoring can be, but is it something that could be potentially dangerous to your overall health? Snoring could be a sign of sleep apnea, where there are repeated pauses in breathing at night. A complete absence of breathing at night is referred to as an “apnea.”…